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Reiche Elementary School

4:15pm - 4:45pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Downtown Library" group.

Asylum Seeker Resource Center

All Day
Downtown Library
Adults
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Services
Event Details:

Representatives from Hope Acts will be on site to help with language interpretation and to provide free resources including computer printouts, photocopies, and mailing envelopes.

This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group.

Baby Storytime @ Peaks

10:15am - 10:45am
Peaks Island Branch
Babies (0-24 months)
Library Branch: Peaks Island Branch
Age Group: Babies (0-24 months)
Program Type: Storytime, Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime is our series for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers. Reading, playing, talking, singing, and writing are the five practices that stimulate the growth of a child’s brain and make the connections that will become the foundation for reading. Baby Storytime at the Portland Public Library incorporates the elements of early literacy and shares songs, rhymes, and movement that caregivers can use with baby at home!

Disclaimer(s)

All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Caregivers should remain with their child during Storytime. We encourage caregivers to fully participate and enjoy the fun with their children!

This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group.

Preschool Storytime @ Peaks

10:45am - 11:15am
Peaks Island Branch
Preschoolers (2-5)
Library Branch: Peaks Island Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers (2-5)
Program Type: Storytime, Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime features more challenging stories, songs, movement, and activities to help preschool-age children continue to develop their early literacy skills! Parents and caregivers can play and sing along while learning about new books, songs, fingerplays and stories from our librarians.

Disclaimer(s)

All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Caregivers should remain with their child during Storytime. We encourage caregivers to fully participate and enjoy the fun with their children!

This event is in the "Downtown Library" group.

Technology Tutoring

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Downtown Library
Adults
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tutoring

One-on-one technology tutoring sessions are for all levels of computer users and provide a chance to sit down with a staff member for 30 minutes of free computer assistance. Advance registration is required, please call or visit the reference/branch desk to sign up.

This event is in the "Downtown Library" group.

Teen Video Games

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Downtown Library
Teenagers (12-19)
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Teen Library
Age Group: Teenagers (12-19)
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Details:

Join us at the Teen Library on Thursday and Friday afternoons to play video games on the Teen Library’s PS4. The PS4 is available on Thursdays from 2 PM to 6 PM and on Fridays from 2 PM to 5 PM!

Disclaimer(s)

Teen programs and events at PPL are designed for youth ages 12-19 only unless otherwise stated. We ask that younger children and adults not attend or register for programs designated Teen for the benefit of our teen participants. 

This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group.

Creative Writing for Kids @ Peaks (Grades 3–5)

3:15pm - 4:00pm
Peaks Island Branch
Children (5-12)
Library Branch: Peaks Island Branch
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Join Creative Writing for Kids in Grades 3, 4, & 5
We will meet for 45 minutes each Friday afternoon.
Bring your imagination – journals and pencils will be provided.

This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group.

Adult Writing Group @ Peaks

9:00am - 9:45am
Peaks Island Branch
Adults
Library Branch: Peaks Island Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop

Looking for creative inspiration? Join fellow writers to explore ideas and stories. No registration required. All experience levels welcome. 

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

St. Brigid School

10:45am - 11:30am
Bookmobile
Children (5-12), Teenagers (12-19)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12), Teenagers (12-19)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

Ocean Avenue Elementary

3:00pm - 3:30pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

Rowe Elementary School

3:45pm - 4:15pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

Sagamore Village Study Center

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Downtown Library" group.

Work Permit Clinic for Asylum Seekers

10:15am - 5:00pm
Downtown Library
Adults
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Services
Event Details:

Asylum seekers can meet with a representative from Hope Acts who will assist with completing and filing applications for work permits (Employment Authorization Cards).

This event is in the "Downtown Library" group.

Preschool Storytime Downtown

10:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Library
Preschoolers (2-5)
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Preschoolers (2-5)
Program Type: Storytime, Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime features more challenging stories, songs, movement, and activities to help preschool-age children continue to develop their early literacy skills! Parents and caregivers can play and sing along while learning about new books, songs, fingerplays and stories from our librarians.

Disclaimer(s)

All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Caregivers should remain with their child during Storytime. We encourage caregivers to fully participate and enjoy the fun with their children!

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

Longfellow Elementary School

3:15pm - 3:45pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

Talbot Elementary School

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group.

Middle School Book Club @ Peaks

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peaks Island Branch
Children (5-12), Teenagers (12-19)
Library Branch: Peaks Island Branch
Age Group: Children (5-12), Teenagers (12-19)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Middle school readers love to read books, lots of books, and share what they are reading with others. Unlike other book groups there is not a specific book that everyone reads each month.

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

Riverton Park Study Center

4:45pm - 5:15pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Downtown Library" group.

Teen Art Table

All Day
Downtown Library
Teenagers (12-19)
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Teen Library
Age Group: Teenagers (12-19)
Program Type: Maker Club
Event Details:

Teen Art Table: All day on Wednesdays! Join us every Wednesday in the Teen Library Downtown as we bring out professional-grade art supplies for you to use and enjoy on our in-house art table. 

Disclaimer(s)

Teen programs and events at PPL are designed for youth ages 12-19 only unless otherwise stated. We ask that younger children and adults not attend or register for programs designated Teen for the benefit of our teen participants. 

This event is in the "Downtown Library" group.

Baby Storytime Downtown

10:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Library
Babies (0-24 months)
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Babies (0-24 months)
Program Type: Storytime, Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime is our series for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers. Reading, playing, talking, singing, and writing are the five practices that stimulate the growth of a child’s brain and make the connections that will become the foundation for reading. Baby Storytime at the Portland Public Library incorporates the elements of early literacy and shares songs, rhymes, and movement that caregivers can use with baby at home!

Disclaimer(s)

All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Caregivers should remain with their child during Storytime. We encourage caregivers to fully participate and enjoy the fun with their children!

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

Levey Day School

2:45pm - 3:15pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

Presumpscot Elementary School

3:45pm - 4:15pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

Lyseth Elementary School

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.  

This event is in the "Bookmobile" group.

North Deering Gardens

5:15pm - 5:45pm
Bookmobile
Children (5-12)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Pop-up Library

The Bookmobile visits locations throughout the city including schools, residential areas, and special events. It holds 1,700 items for all ages – fiction, nonfiction, audiobooks, DVDs, graphic novels, picture books, and chapter books for kids.

Disclaimer(s)

Please note that this event will take place outdoors. We encourage you to bring sunscreen, water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Rain or snow dates will be determined and communicated by staff if needed.